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I decided that I disliked the main gate for our (Great Dark Horde) camp because it looked too 'make do', which it is and has been for a while since our _real_ gate, a lovely Ger, is too danged big and worse, is now missing its sidewalls. Nasty for the guards during storms. But mostly - too danged big. So the camp purchased a used pavilion top from Pennsic stores which comes sans walls. It still worked quite well for the camp, acting as a gate and a gathering place for us to escape the grueling sunlight. But - walls. It needs walls. And something that says "we are a Mongolian camp". So in the way that it goes, since it bothers me I volunteered to make those walls.

Which means that I need a new sewing machine. Because my pampered Janome is not going to be used for heavy-duty sewing of canvas and strapping. There is a guy in our area who does sewing machine repairs who is willing to work a deal with me. I provide a bit of cash (and a small dorm fridge we were getting ready to sell off) and he is providing this>



Yes, it is old. A 1949 British Singer. No, it is not electric - it is hand-cranked. Isn't it a dandy? I don't think it comes with a case though, so I shall have to ask him to keep an eye out for one. A modern case would just be too, too sad.